Tim Merlier again proved he is the fastest sprinter in the race after a heroic effort by Liam Slock was foiled at the last On the telly , they’re discussing the dynamics of the sprint finishes: we’ve had two bunch kicks and two different winners, Olav Kooij and Tim Merlier. I fancy we’ll see a d...
Source: [Guardian Sport](https://www.theguardian.com/sport/live/2026/jul/11/tour-de-france-2026-stage-eight-updates-from-perigueux-to-bergerac-live)